Lower Hutt City AFC is an

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club in Lower Hutt,

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. They currently compete in the

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, and act as a

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to the

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Club history

The club formed in 1967 with the amalgamation of two existing clubs, Lower Hutt City (formed in 1921) and Railways (formed in 1942). The club also competed under the name Hutt City during its only

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season, 1997–1998.

Staff and board members

:''As of 12 April 2012.''

External links

Club websiteCapital Football profile
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